Qualified Mental Health Professional

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Direct Deposit

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a Community-Based Child and Family Counselor (QMHP-C) to deliver direct clinical services to youth and families in homes, schools, and community settings in Roanoke, Virginia.

Responsibilities include creating individualized services plans, documenting care, and coordinating with caregivers and providers. Requires Virginia QMHP-C, a bachelor’s in Human Services, and 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field is required.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience working with children/adolescents, or an equivalent combination of education and supervised experience as defined by DBHDS.
• Active QMHP-C registration or eligibility in Virginia is required.
• Experience providing services to children and families in a clinical or community-based setting is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and engagement skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with EHR is preferred.
• Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance are required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, and implement individualized clinical interventions for assigned youth and families.
• Develop and deliver service plans using a strength-based wraparound model engaging caregivers.
• Provide services in community-based settings including homes, schools, and other environments.
• Collaborate with families, stakeholders, and service providers to support treatment goals.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation per agency and regulatory requirements.
• Assist youth and families in building skills and accessing resources across educational, social, and behavioral domains.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Engagement skills

Microsoft Office

EHR experience

Bilingual (Spanish)

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Summary of Position: Community-Based Child and Family Counselor (QMHP-C) is responsible for providing direct clinical services to youth and their families in home, school, and community settings. This role focuses on delivering individualized, strength-based interventions using a comprehensive wraparound approach that actively engages both youth and their caregivers.

• Initiate, organize, plan, and implement individualized clinical interventions for assigned youth and families.
• Develop and deliver service plans using a strength-based, wraparound model that engages caregivers and support systems
• Provide services in community-based settings, including homes, schools, and other natural environments.
• Collaborate with families, stakeholders, and service providers to support treatment goals.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.
• Support youth and families in building skills and accessing resources across educational, social, and behavioral domains.

Services are delivered in the community - this is not an office-based role.

Flexible scheduling with hours that may include evenings and weekends, depending on participant needs.

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field (required)
• Must meet Virginia QMHP-C criteria, including:
  • At least 1 year of clinical experience working with children/adolescents, or
  • Equivalent combination of education and supervised experience as defined by DBHDS
• Active QMHP-C registration or eligibility in Virginia required
• Experience providing services to children and families in a clinical or community-based setting preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and engagement skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) preferred
• Bilingual (e.g., Spanish speaking) skills a plus
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedule

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel throughout Roanoke, to homes, schools, and in the community.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Strong Communication Skills

Intermediate

Basic Computer Skills

Intermediate

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field.

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